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SG59 RUS

2009 BMW 730

Black Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

207,404 mi
Last recorded207,404 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 BMW 73086,974 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG59 RUS
MakeBMW
Model730
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 207,404 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 192,918 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 186,899 miles

handbrake performance only just met requirements

Pass 30 Nov 2022 176,287 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 166,686 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BORDERLINE (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BORDERLINE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Nov 2020 159,657 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 150,229 miles

Damage of less than 1 cm diameter in nearside, Central and offside front windscreen

Nearside and offside front shock absorber dust cover split

Fail 19 Nov 2019 149,997 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Damage of less than 1 cm diameter in nearside, Central and offside front windscreen

Nearside and offside front shock absorber dust cover split

Pass 21 Nov 2018 140,284 miles

nearside headlight aim on lowest limit

Pass 23 Jun 2018 132,911 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 126,103 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 112,961 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 102,580 miles

o/s/r tyre getting low

Pass 17 Feb 2016 100,745 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 74,352 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres wearing inner edge

Pass 25 Feb 2014 50,358 miles

Emissions not detected

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Jan 2013 24,821 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 24,685 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 730?

Based on 226,495 MOT tests across 21,689 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
7,857
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
21,689
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,448
position lamp(s) not working 2,801
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 2,342
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,341
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2,163
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SG59 RUS is a 2009 BMW 730 in Black with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2009 BMW 730 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.7% with a typical mileage of 86,974 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 730 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,448 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SG59 RUS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 730 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 17 years old, this BMW 730 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was SG59 RUS registered?

SG59 RUS is a 2009 BMW 730, first registered on 28 September 2009.

Is SG59 RUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG59 RUS shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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